ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1504ZA) vs. ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1504ZA) and ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1504ZA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1504ZA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

solid build quality

decent battery life

fast charging support

average display quality

limited graphics performance

no backlit keyboard

fewer USB ports

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high refresh rate display

powerful gaming performance

expandable storage options

advanced thermal management

RGB keyboard lighting

heavy and bulky

short battery life

high price point

limited port variety

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1504ZA) and ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery
86 % - Design
87 % - Display
92 % - Performance
87 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1504ZA) vs. ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1504ZA) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.97 cm x 23.25 cm x 1.79 cm 39.9 cm x 29.4 cm x 3.08 cm
Weight 1.7 kg 3.1 kg
Case Material Plastic -
Colour Cool silver Black
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1504ZA) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 18"
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1600 (QHD+)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, HDR (high dynamic range), 3 ms response rate, IPS-level, 89% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1504ZA) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1255U / 1.7 GHz Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13980HX / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 5.6 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core 24-core
Cache L3 - 12 MB 36 MB
Features Intel Smart Cache Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1504ZA) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed - 4800 MHz
Rated Speed - 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1504ZA) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Total Capacity - 2 TB
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 2 x 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe), Performance
RAID Level - RAID 0
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1504ZA) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory - 16 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, ASUS 3D Noise Reduction (3DNR) Technology -
Sound Dual speakers, array microphone Four speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards - Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Output: ASUS SonicMaster, Audio by Dirac, Asus Audio Booster; Input: AI noise cancelling Output: Smart Amp; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1504ZA) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3 Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Network Interface - 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Features Single stream (1x1) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1504ZA) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1504ZA) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 330 Watt, 20 V, 16.5 A
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1504ZA) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Precision touchpad, chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance Chiclet keyboard, per-key RGB, 2mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1504ZA) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0) (0 free)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
HDMI 1.4
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1504ZA) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included MyASUS, ScreenXpert, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial), GlideX Xbox Game Pass Ultimate (3 months)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1504ZA) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Features MIL-STD-810H tested, BIOS protection, ASUS Antimicrobial Guard Plus System password, Aura Sync light bar, Aura Sync logo, ROG Intelligent Cooling, Aura Sync Rear Glow, ROG Nebula Display
Compliant Standards RoHS, REACH, Energy Star 8.0 TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification
Model Number - N6005W
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